Notes to Financial Statements
For the Three Months Ended March 31, 2020 and 2019
1. Organization
Blackboxstocks Inc. (the “Company”) was incorporated on October 4, 2011 under the laws of the State of Nevada under the name SMSA Ballinger Acquisition Corp. to effect the reincorporation of Senior Management Services of Heritage Oaks at Ballinger, Inc., a Texas corporation, mandated by a Plan of Reorganization confirmed by the United States Bankruptcy Court for the Northern District of Texas for reorganization under Chapter 11 of the United States Bankruptcy Code.
The Company is in the business of developing and marketing web and mobile based analytical software tools as a subscription based software as a service (the “Blackbox System”) to serve as a tool for day traders and swing traders on various securities exchanges and markets, including the OTC Markets Group, Inc. (“OTC”), the New York Stock Exchange, the NYSE MKT, LLC (formerly the American Stock Exchange), the NASDAQ markets, the Hong Kong Stock Exchange (“HKEX”), the Shanghai Stock Exchange (“SSE”) and the Shenzhen Stock Exchange (“SZSE”).
The accompanying financial statements have been prepared in conformity with generally accepted accounting principles in the United States of America (“GAAP”), which contemplate continuation of the Company as a going concern, which is dependent upon the Company's ability to obtain sufficient financing or establish itself as a profitable business. At March 31, 2020, the Company had an accumulated deficit of $6,787,078 and for the three months ended March 31, 2020 and 2019 the Company incurred net income of $42,829 and a net loss of $208,503, respectively. These conditions raise substantial doubt about the Company’s ability to continue as a going concern. Management’s plans with respect to operations include the sustained and aggressive marketing of subscriptions for the Blackbox System both domestically and abroad and raising additional capital through sales of equity or debt securities as may be necessary to pursue its business plans and sustain operations until such time as the Company can achieve profitability. Management believes that aggressive marketing combined with additional financing as necessary will result in improved operations and cash flow. However, there can be no assurance that management will be successful in obtaining additional funding or in attaining profitable operations.The financial statements do not include adjustments relating to the recoverability and realization of assets and classification of liabilities that might be necessary should the Company be unable to continue in operation.
2. Summary of Significant Accounting Policies
The accompanying interim unaudited financial statements and footnotes of Blackboxstocks Inc. have been prepared in accordance with GAAP. The financial statements reflect all adjustments that are, in the opinion of management, necessary to fairly present such information. All such adjustments are of a normal recurring nature. Although the Company believes that the disclosures are adequate to make the information presented not misleading, certain information and footnote disclosures, including a description of significant accounting policies normally included in financial statements prepared in accordance with the rules and regulation of the SEC have been condensed or omitted pursuant to such rules and regulations. These financial statements should be read in conjunction with the audited financial statements and the notes thereto included in the Company’s Annual Report. The accompanying unaudited financial statements reflect all normal recurring adjustments necessary to present fairly the financial position, results of operations, and cash flows for the interim periods, but are not necessarily indicative of the results for any subsequent quarter or the entire year ending December 31, 2019.
Use of Estimates - The Company’s financial statement preparation requires that management make estimates and assumptions which affect the reporting of assets and liabilities and the related disclosure of contingent assets and liabilities in order to report these financial statements in conformity with GAAP. Actual results could differ from those estimates.
Cash - Cash includes all highly liquid investments that are readily convertible to known amounts of cash and have original maturities at the date of purchase of three months or less.
Recently Issued Accounting Pronouncements - During the three months ended March 31, 2020 and 2019, there were several new accounting pronouncements issued by the FASB. Each of these pronouncements, as applicable, has been or will be adopted by the Company. Management does not believe the adoption of any of these accounting pronouncements has had or will have a material impact on the Company’s financial statements.
In February 2016, the FASB issued ASU 2016-02, Leases. This is a comprehensive new leases standard that amends various aspects of existing guidance for leases and requires additional disclosures about leasing arrangements. It requires all leases that have a term in excess of 12 months be recognized on the balance sheet with the liability for lease payments and the corresponding right-of-use asset value based on the present value of future aggregate payments. Recognition of the costs of these leases on the income statement will be dependent upon their classification as either an operating or a financing lease. Costs of an operating lease will continue to be recognized as a single operating expense on a straight-line basis over the term of the lease. Costs for a financing lease will be disaggregated and recognized as both an operating expense (for the amortization of the right-of-use asset) and interest expense (for interest on the lease liability). This standard became effective beginning January 1, 2019 and was adopted on our financial statements. The Company recorded the right-of-use asset for the lease in the amount of $160,073 and the related lease liability. The current liability for the lease is $45,152 and non-current of $55,946 as of March 31, 2020.
Earnings or (Loss) Per Share - Basic earnings per share (or loss per share), is computed by dividing the earnings (loss) for the period by the weighted average number of common stock shares outstanding for the period. Diluted earnings per share reflects the potential dilution of securities by including other potentially issuable shares of common stock, including shares issuable upon conversion of convertible securities or exercise of outstanding stock options and warrants, in the weighted average number of common shares outstanding for the period. Therefore, because including shares issuable upon conversion of convertible securities and/or exercise of outstanding options and warrants would have an anti-dilutive effect on the loss per share, only the basic earnings (loss) per share is reported in the accompanying financial statements. At March 31, 2019 the potential dilution would be 5,000,000 shares of common stock, respectively, in the event the issued and outstanding shares of Series A Convertible Preferred Stock or other potentially dilutive securities are exercised.
Revenue Recognition - On January 1, 2018, the Company adopted ASU 2014-09, “Revenue from Contracts with Customers” (ASC 606) and adoption of the new standard had no impact on the Company’s statements of operations or balance sheets. Revenue is recognized from the sale of subscriptions for the use of the Blackbox System web application, on a monthly or annual basis. Revenue generally is recognized net of allowances for returns and any taxes collected from customers and subsequently remitted to governmental authorities. The Company launched its Blackbox System web application and began generating subscription sales revenues during the quarter ended September 30, 2016. Revenue related to annual subscriptions is recognized each month with unearned subscriptions reflected as a current liability.
Marketing Costs - The Company incurs significant marketing expenses related to the development and expansion of its subscription base to potential users. During the three months ended March 31, 2020 and 2019, the Company reported $88,344 and $69,339 for marketing costs, respectively.
3. Stockholders’ Deficit
The Company has authorized 10,000,000 shares of preferred stock at $0.001 par value, 5,000,000 of which are designated as “Series A Convertible Preferred Stock” at $0.001 par value and 100,000,000 authorized shares of common stock at $0.001 par value (“Common Stock”).
Shares of Series A Convertible Preferred Stock do not accumulate dividends and are convertible into shares of Common Stock on a one-for-one basis. Additionally, each share entitles the holder to 100 votes and, with respect to dividend and liquidation rights, the shares rank pari passu with the Company’s Common Stock.
The Company announced and approved a reverse stock split effective July 15, 2019 at a ratio of 1 for 3, whereby every 3 shares of common stock issued and outstanding were automatically reclassified and combined into one share of common stock (“Reverse Stock Split”). The Reverse Stock Split has been reflected retroactively in these financial statements for all periods presented.
On January 28, 2020 the Company issued 50,000 shares of its common stock at a value of $2.00 to a third party in conjunction with the financing arrangement on January 27, 2020.
4. Stock Options and Warrants
Costs attributable to the issuance of stock options and share purchase warrants are measured at fair value at the date of issuance and offset with a corresponding increase in ‘Additional Paid in Capital’ at the time of issuance. The fair value cost is computed utilizing the Black-Scholes model and assuming volatility based on U.S. Treasury yield rates for a similar period. The cost of these warrants was not recognized in the financial statements because they were granted in connection with raising capital for the Company.
When the options or warrants are exercised, the receipt of consideration is an increase in stockholders’ equity.
Concurrently with certain of the securities purchase agreements entered into as described in Note 3 above, warrants to purchase the Company’s Common Stock were issued to the subscribers. Each warrant is exercisable for a period of five years from the date of the securities purchase agreement at an exercise price of $1.95 per share. The fair value cost at the date of issuance of the warrants was $560,935. There was no warrant activity during the three months ended March 31, 2020 and as of March 31, 2020, there are 84,295 warrants outstanding.
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Number of Shares
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Exercise Price
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Weighted Average
Remaining Life (in years)
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Warrants as of December 31, 2018
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-
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-
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Issued during 2019
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84,295
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$
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1.95
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Warrants as of December 31, 2019
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84,295
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$
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1.95
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4.53
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Issued during 2020
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-
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-
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Warrants as of March 31, 2020
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84,295
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$
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1.95
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4.28
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5. Related Party Transactions
As of January 1, 2020 the Company was owed $9,823 from Gust C. Kepler, a Director, President, Chief Executive Officer, Chief Financial Officer and Secretary of the Company. During the three months ended March 31, 2020 Mr. Kepler repaid $5,000 and agreed to offset $2,954 of the advances as partial settlement of the note payable to him (Note 7). The resulting balance of $1,869 is owed to the Company, is unsecured and bears no interest.
During the year ended December 31, 2019 the Company advanced $1,500 to its VP/Director of Operations and the balance remains outstanding, is unsecured and bears no interest.
G2 International, Inc. (“G2”), which does business as IPA Tech Group (“IPA”), is a company wholly owned by Gust C. Kepler, a Director, President, Chief Executive Officer, Chief Financial Officer and Secretary of the Company, and the Company’s controlling stockholder. As of both March 31, 2020 and 2019 the Company has a prepaid balance of $36,700 for public relations and marketing services with G2/IPA. These funds are reserved in anticipation of a future campaign to move the Company’s stock to listing on a national exchange.
6. Notes Payable
On March 13, 2020 a third party advanced $25,000 to the Company in exchange for quasi-factoring financing arrangements to be repaid in daily installments of $291.67, through August 31, 2020. The related note discount of $12,500 is being amortized over the term of the agreement for a total of $1,316 in interest expense as of March 31, 2020.
On January 27, 2020 a third party advanced $207,000 to the Company in exchange for quasi-factoring financing arrangements to be repaid in daily installments of $1,035, through November 3, 2020. The related note discount of $57,000 is being amortized over the term of the agreement for a total of $13,092 in interest expense as of March 31, 2020. A portion of the proceeds of this financing settled the balance of approximately $39,000 of previous funding from the third party with an original due date of May 28, 2020.
In October 2019 third parties advanced $80,000 to the Company in exchange for quasi-factoring financing arrangements to be repaid in daily installments of $761 through May 2020. Approximately $39,000 of this funding was settled with proceeds of the January 27, 2020 financing described in the preceding paragraph. The related note discount of $31,600 is being amortized over the term of the agreements for a total of $25,493 in interest expenses as of March 31, 2020.
On August 8, 2018 a third party advanced $200,000 to the Company in exchange for a secured promissory note, bearing interest at the rate of 12% per annum with a maturity date of November 20, 2018. The note is secured by a Security Agreement providing for a continuing lien and first priority security interest in the assets of the Company and by a personal Guaranty Agreement with Gust Kepler, a Director, President, Chief Executive Officer, Chief Financial Officer and Secretary of the Company, and the Company’s controlling stockholder. On December 6, 2018, Mr. Kepler made a payment on the note in the amount of $100,000 plus accrued interest of $8,000 for an aggregate of $108,000. The principal balance of $100,000 remains outstanding and is in default as of March 31, 2020.
7. Notes Payable, Related Party
On November 9, 2018, Gust C. Kepler, a Director, President, Chief Executive Officer, Chief Financial Officer and Secretary of the Company advanced $120,000 to the Company in exchange for a promissory note bearing interest at 12% per annum for a ninety-day period, maturing on January 28, 2019. The note remains unpaid as of December 31, 2019 and is in default; however, no demand for repayment has been made by the holder. Accrued interest due on the note is $16,680 as of March 31, 2020.
On December 6, 2018, Gust C. Kepler, a Director, President, Chief Executive Officer, Chief Financial Officer and Secretary of the Company advanced $108,000 to the Company for payment to a third party note holder (Note 6) in exchange for an unsecured promissory note. During the three months ended March 31, 2020 the Company repaid $27,046 in principal and Mr. Kepler agreed to offset previous cash advances to him of $2,954 as additional repayment of the note, reducing the balance due as of March 31, 2020 to $78,000.
8. Convertible Notes Payable
On May 21, 2019, the Company issued an 8% Fixed Convertible Promissory Note payable to a third party for a total face value up to $550,000, which included an original issue discount of 10% on the investment amount of up to $500,000. The note specifies that the note holder shall retain an original issue discount of 10% of any consideration, bears interest of 8%, and matured 180 days from the effective date. The note provides for a redemption premium of 115% if retired after the 91st day. The note holder paid the first consideration of $350,000 and no further consideration was remitted within the allowed thirty days. As the note was not retired on or before the maturity date, the note holder may convert a portion or all the outstanding principle into shares of the Company’s common stock at a variable conversion price which equals the lower of the fixed conversion price of $1.95 per share or 65% of the lowest closing bid price during the 15 consecutive trading days prior to the date of the note holder’s election to convert. As of March 31, 2020 the note is in default and the Company recorded a redemption fee of $57,750. The note included a beneficial conversion feature recorded at inception of $207,308 and the conversion into the Company’s common stock resulted in the recognition of a derivative liability in the amount of $563,466 as of March 31, 2020.
On July 17, 2019, the Company issued an 8% Fixed Convertible Promissory Note payable to a third party for a total face value of $165,000, which included an original issue discount of 10% on the investment amount of $150,000. The note specifies that the note holder shall retain an original issue discount of 10% of any consideration, bears interest of 8%, and matures 180 days from the effective date. If the Company prepays the note within 90 days, the Company must pay a cash redemption premium of 110%; if such prepayment is made between the 91st day and the 180th day, then such redemption premium is 115%. Until maturity, the note holder may convert all or a portion of the outstanding principal into shares of Common Stock of the Company at a fixed conversion price equal to $1.95 per share. If the note is not retired on or before the maturity date, the note holder may convert a portion or all the outstanding principle into shares of the Company’s common stock at a variable conversion price which equals the lower of the fixed conversion price or 65% of the lowest closing bid price during the 15 consecutive trading days prior to the date of the note holder’s election to convert. The note included a beneficial conversion feature recorded at inception of $135,000. This note is currently in default and the Company has recognized a derivative liability in the amount of $ 241,486 as of March 31, 2020.
On March 23, 2020 third parties advanced $75,000 and $25,000 to the Company in exchange for interest bearing Convertible Promissory Notes, bearing interest at 52% per annum to be paid monthly in arrears beginning April 30, 2020, and secured by the Company’s assets, with provisions to be converted into the Company’s common stock at $0.60, and maturing on March 25, 2021.
9. Derivative Liabilities
During the year ended December 31, 2019, notes payable aggregating an initial $550,000 were issued as convertible debt or became convertible and qualified as a derivative liability under FASB ASC 820. As of March 31, 2020 the aggregate fair value of the outstanding derivative liability using the Black-Scholes option pricing model used the following key assumptions:
Volatility
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349.69
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%
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Risk-free interest rate
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0.15
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%
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Expected dividends
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-
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Expected term (in years)
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.5
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Additional notes payable in the principal amount of $100,000 were issued as convertible debt and qualified as derivative liabilities. As of March 31, 2020 the aggregate fair value of the outstanding derivative liability for these notes using the Black-Scholes option pricing model used the following key assumptions:
Volatility
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211.66
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%
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Risk-free interest rate
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0.17
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%
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Expected dividends
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-
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Expected term (in years)
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1
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The Company determines the fair market values of its financial instruments based on the fair value hierarchy, which requires an entity to maximize the use of observable inputs and minimize the use of unobservable inputs when measuring fair value. The following three levels of inputs may be used to measure fair value:
Level 1 inputs utilize unadjusted quoted prices in active markets for identical assets or liabilities that the Company has the ability to access;
Level 2 inputs utilize other-than-quoted prices that are observable, either directly or indirectly and include quoted prices for similar assets and liabilities in active markets, and inputs such as interest rates and yield curves that are observable at commonly quoted intervals; and
Level 3 inputs are unobservable and are typically based on our own assumptions, including situations where there is little, if any, market activity.
The following table presents the Company’s liabilities that were measured and recognized at fair value as of March 31, 2020:
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Level 1
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Level 2
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Level 3
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Balance January 1, 2019
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-
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-
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-
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Additions
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-
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-
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$
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1,321,764
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Change in Fair Value
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-
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-
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83,766
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Balance at December 31, 2019
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$
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-
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$
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-
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$
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1,405,530
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Additions
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-
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-
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317,776
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Change in Fair Value
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-
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-
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(601,170
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)
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Balance at March 31, 2020
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$
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-
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$
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-
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$
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1,122,136
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10. Commitments and Contingencies
On February 13, 2020, a creditor of the Company, which provided employee staffing, filed a petition in the State of Texas for satisfaction of services invoiced between the period of June and September 2019 in the aggregate amount of $45,030, included in accounts payable as of March 31, 2020, for the unpaid invoices. The Company has entered into negotiations with the attorney for the creditor and arrangements are being made to establish repayment in instalments to be determined.
The Company is not currently a defendant in any material litigation or any threatened litigation that could have a material effect on the Company’s financial statements.
11. Subsequent Events
On June 23, 2020 the Company amended notes with third parties, originally dated March 23, 2020, changing the provision for conversion into the Company’s common stock from $0.60 to $1.95. Additional consideration for the amended and restated notes provides the issuance of warrants for the purchase of up to 115,385 shares of common stock at a price of $0.01 to be exercised at any time until the maturity date of the notes. In the event the notes are not converted prior to the maturity date, the Company has the right to repurchase one warrant share for each $0.8666 of unconverted principal. The derivative liability recognized at March 23, 2020 for these notes totaled $317,776 and the amended conversion price will result in a reduction in the derivative liablity on June 23, 2020 of $236,045.